Peaches and nectarines market in Brazil

Earlier Report Observations

The Brazilian fresh peaches and nectarines market showed volume volatility from 2018 to 2023. Market size fell from 238.4 thousand tonnes in 2018 to 204.0 thousand tonnes in 2019, largely due to orchard renewal that limited supply. In subsequent years, volume fluctuated, peaking at 220.1 thousand tonnes in 2022, supported by the launch of new nectarine varieties like BRS Carina, adapted to Brazilian climates and aimed at boosting domestic production. However, adverse weather conditions in 2022 and 2023 impacted yields, contributing to a decline to 213.8 thousand tonnes in 2023.

In value terms, the market demonstrated steady growth from 2019 onward, rising from 468.5 million US dollars to 726.8 million US dollars in 2023. This increase was driven by rising consumer demand for premium and organic peaches and nectarines, as well as higher prices resulting from adverse weather that affected productivity. The expansion of exports to Northern Hemisphere markets during their off-season also added value, even though export volumes remained relatively small.

Structural shifts during the period included the adoption of modern cultivation techniques like high-density planting and sustainable practices. Dependence on nectarine imports gradually decreased thanks to new domestic varieties, though imports remained significant. Additionally, efforts to control pests such as fruit flies were crucial for maintaining product quality and market access.

Production peaches and nectarines in Brazil

In kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, Brazil ranked 10th globally in peach and nectarine production volume.

Top producers of peaches and nectarines, 2018-2021

World map of production of peaches and nectarines, 2018-2021

In 2021, Brazil produced 199.0 thousand tons of peaches and nectarines, a slight decrease of 1.4% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production fell by 9.4%, averaging an annual decline of 3.2%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 182.7 thousand tons, which saw the largest decline of 16.8%. In contrast, 2020 experienced the largest increase of 10.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, K t

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Brazil's peach and nectarine production value increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the output was valued at 489.7 million US dollars, a modest rise of 7.4% compared to 2020. However, from 2018 to 2021, production value decreased by 21.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of -7.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 441.8 million US dollars, marking the largest decline of 29.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Brazil in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Exports peaches and nectarines from Brazil

Exports in kind, t

The data shows irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. Export volumes varied significantly, with a 16-fold difference between the low in 2018 and the high in 2020. In 2021, Brazil exported 58 tons of peaches and nectarines, down 37.6% from 2020. The peak was recorded in 2020 at 93 tons, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 557.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, three main markets—Canada, Paraguay, and Argentina—collectively accounted for 67.3% of Brazil's total peach and nectarine exports in volume.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Brazil in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

The market exhibited an unstable trend throughout the period. Export values showed a 12.6-fold swing between the trough in 2018 and the peak in 2020. In 2021, Brazil's foreign supplies of peaches and nectarines amounted to 142 thousand US dollars, a sharp decrease of 32.0% from the previous year. The maximum value was recorded in 2020 at 209 thousand US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 457.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Brazil in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Canada (52.5% of export value), Argentina (8.7%), and France (6.5%) formed the core of Brazil's peach and nectarine exports in value terms, together representing 67.7% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Brazil in value, 2018-2021

Imports peaches and nectarines to Brazil

Imports in kind, t

Brazil's imports of peaches and nectarines declined for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports totaled 11 428 tons, down 13.7% from the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 39.3%, averaging an annual decline of 15.3%. The highest import volume was recorded in 2019 at 21 357 tons, which also saw the largest increase of 13.5%. The largest decline occurred in 2020 at 38.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Spain and Chile remained the key partner countries for Brazil's peach and nectarine imports in volume, together accounting for 82.7% of total flows, with other partners making up the remainder.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Brazil in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Brazil's peach and nectarine imports declined for the second consecutive year. In 2021, import value reached 16 084 thousand US dollars, down 13.7% from 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 39.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -15.4%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 26 828 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 1.0%. The largest decline occurred in 2020 at 30.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Brazil in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Spain and Chile remained the key destinations for Brazil's peach and nectarine imports in value terms, jointly accounting for 81.7% of total flows, while other partners were individually much less significant.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Brazil in value, 2018-2021